Aspiring Psychologist: SEMH Learning Support Assistant

AMA Admin; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a specialist SEMH school near Morpeth. This full-time role supports aspiring psychologists looking to gain practical experience with vulnerable pupils across Years 7–11.

You will help pupils engage with learning, apply trauma-informed strategies, and develop emotional wellbeing with the support of teachers and pastoral staff. The placement offers valuable exposure to psychology, CAMHS, and educational settings.

Qualifications

• Aspiring psychologist seeking hands-on SEMH experience.
• Interest in Psychology, Counselling, Therapy, or Social Work.
• Willingness to support vulnerable pupils in an education setting.

Responsibilities

• Support SEMH pupils in Years 7–11 with learning and wellbeing needs.
• Apply trauma-informed and restorative approaches to behaviour.
• Build trusting relationships with students and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers and outside professionals to plan support.

Skills

Behaviour understanding

Autism/ADHD support

Behaviour regulation

Relationship building

De-escalation

Emotional wellbeing

Team collaboration

Job description

Milk Education are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a specialist SEMH school near Morpeth. This full-time role supports aspiring psychologists looking to gain practical experience with vulnerable pupils across Years 7–11.

You will help pupils engage with learning, apply trauma-informed strategies, and develop emotional wellbeing with the support of teachers and pastoral staff. The placement offers valuable exposure to psychology, CAMHS, and educational settings.